Fit India Yoga Mahotsav in Patna on Feb 23
Pappus niece among 4 die in road accident
2 youths die as truck hits bike in Barh
Congs focus is on dethroning NDA govt in state, says Lamba
3-month jail for MLA in assault case
Yatras of Nitish, Tejashwi set tone for assembly polls
Cyber security week to begin in state today
Spike in police encounters: Criminals being shot in leg
4,700km of roads to be renovated: Dy CM
70-year-old man killed over land row, 13 held
Patna HC set to get 5 new judges
CM launches 623 projects worth Rs1,404cr in Patna
Nitish announces 17 infra projects for Patna
Shot by classmate, Matric examinee dies
Minor student shot dead by classmate in Bihar
The Class-10 student succumbed to injuries during treatment, and his classmate has been detained for the crime, the Superintendent of Police said
NITI Aayog helping states to prepare state-specific Vision Document for 2047: Annual Report 2024-25
As per the Aayogs Annual Report 2024-25, released on Friday, the visioning exercise has been launched in the states of Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. To facilitate this process, dedicated teams have been constituted within NITI Aayog to assist in the preparation of the vision documents, it said.
Class 10 student shot dead by classmate in Bihars Rohtas district
Another student was injured; police have arrested a suspect, weapon used in the shooting recovered; police suspect the two students were shot at because they didnt help their classmate cheat at exams
Kidnapping bid on judicial magistrates daughter in Madhepura, cops clueless
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's son dismisses Tejashwi's allegations; says his father is '100 per cent fit'
PATNA: Nishant Kumar, the only son of Bihar chief minister and JD(U) president Nitish Kumar, on Friday dismissed RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav's allegations and claimed that his father is enjoying good health and is also able to govern the state properly. Talking to media persons at Patna airport after his arrival from New Delhi, Nishant said, His (Nitish's) health is 100 per cent fine. In response to a media query, Nishant said that he would appeal to people once again to vote for his father as he has been making sincere efforts for the development of the state for the last 19 years. He also appealed to people to vote for his father in the 2025 assembly elections to pave the way for him to become the chief minister for the next term as well. He contended that his father would continue his endeavour to make the state a developed one. I appeal to people to extend their support to him in the larger interest of the state, he asserted. He, however, parried questions on his joining active politics. Speculations are rife that he may join politics to continue the legacy of his father, a seasoned politician. Nishant's reactions assumed significance in the wake of RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav's allegations that Nitish Kumar's health is not good and he is not in a condition to run the government in proper manner. Tejashwi, who is also the leader of the Opposition in the state assembly, has repeatedly said that Nitish is a tired man now and unable to run the government. Not only this. Even Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor had demanded from the state government to constitute a team of medical experts to examine the health of Nitish Kumar. He has also sought a medical bulletin on the health condition of Nitish. Nishant had earlier hogged the limelight when he appealed to people to extend their support to his father and chief minister in the upcoming assembly elections. His reactions came when he along with his father had gone to Bakhtiyarpur in Patna district to pay tributes to freedom fighters, including his grandfather late Kaviraj Ram Lakhan Singh.
PM to release 19th instalment of Kisan Nidhi from Bihar
Around 9.80 crore beneficiaries are set to receive 2,000 directly in their bank accounts
DRI busts seven more modules involved in printing fake Indian currency notes in four States
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligenceapprehends fake currency printing modules in Maharashtra, Haryana, Bihar, and Andhra Pradesh; 9 arrested, including importers of security paper
DRI busts seven FICN printing modules in Maharashtra, Bihar, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh
NEW DELHI: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) on Friday said it has busted and dismantled seven modules involved in printing Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) and arrested nine people following a massive crackdown across the four states of Maharashtra, Haryana, Bihar, and Andhra Pradesh. Officials said the action was part of the agencys ongoing drive against modules involved in importing security paper and printing FICNs. DRI officials conducted simultaneous searches at 11 locations across the four states on Thursday, they added. At Vikhroli West in Mumbai, the sleuths identified and located an importer. After a thorough search in a densely populated area, they uncovered a sophisticated facility for printing and finishing FICNs. Fake currency notes in the denominations of Rs 50 and Rs 100, along with several tools, were seized, officials said. The seized items included laptops, printers, pen drives, security paper, A-4 size papers, and butter paper with Mahatma Gandhis watermark. Officials added that the DRI registered a complaint with the jurisdictional police and arrested one person. All equipment and tools were seized under the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for further investigation. In Maharashtras Sangamner and Kolhapur districts, similar facilities with computers and printers used for printing FICNs were unearthed. Officials said two accused were arrested following raids at these locations, and the contraband was seized by the jurisdictional police under BNS for further investigation. Interrogation of the accused in the Kolhapur module led to the busting of another printing facility in Belgaum. Kolhapur police arrested three more persons in connection with the case. At three other locations, including West Godavari in Andhra Pradesh, Khagaria in Bihar, and Rohtak in Haryana, the importers of security paper were traced, officials said. Incriminating evidence was recovered. Restricted security paper and a printer were seized in West Godavari, while laptops, printers, and restricted security paper were recovered in Khagaria. The jurisdictional police arrested three accused, and the case has been handed over for further investigation under BNS, officials said. On February 8, the DRI arrested two persons in Uttar Pradeshs Ghazipur district and Bengaluru, Karnataka, for allegedly importing high-quality paper embedded with a security thread inscribed with RBI and Bharat. Following this, on February 9, the DRI busted two more facilities in Thane, Maharashtra, and Bhiwani, Haryana, where FICNs were being printed using imported security paper. Three persons were arrested by the jurisdictional police, officials said.
Student shot dead over cheating row in Bihar's Rohtas, two others injured
PATNA: A 16-year-old student shot dead one student and injured two others following differences over cheating in the 10th examination held by Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) in Bihar's Rohtas district. The incident took place under Dhodhandh police station limit in Rohtas district. Police said that a 16-year-old student along with his two friends opened fire at an auto-rickshaw causing bullet injuries to three examinees returning home after writing their papers at the Saint Anna School examination centre. The three students suffered grievous injuries in the firing and were rushed to Narayana Medical College Hospital for treatment. On Friday, one of the injured, identified as Amit Kumar, succumbed to his injuries. Another seriously injured Sandeep Kumar has been shifted to Sadar Hospital at Dehri-on-Sone for treatment. He suffered injuries to his leg. The third victim was released after first aid. The altercation broke out between the 16-year-old accused and three other students after the latter refused to help the former in cheating during the examination on Thursday. The matter was, however, settled after the intervention of saner people. However, later the accused called his friends at the examination hall on Thursday and attacked Amit and Sandeep when the autorickshaw in which they were travelling reached Tarapith temple on the National Highway 02. The victims were stated to be residents of Shambhi Bigha village under the Dhaudadh police station limit. Rohtas SP Saurabh Kumar said that the prime accused, who is a juvenile, has been taken into custody and produced before the juvenile justice board, which sent him in 14-day judicial custody. Raids are on to arrest two others involved in the crime, SP said, adding that the weapon used in the crime has been recovered. The seized weapon will be sent for ballistic examination at the state forensic science laboratory in Patna. As the news about the death of one of the victims spread in the area, a large number of people assembled on the NH-02 and disrupted vehicular traffic by placing the body of the victim. The road blockade was lifted and traffic was restored after the intervention of senior police officers, who promised swift action against the remaining accused in the case. We want justice and nothing else, said Manju Yadav, father of deceased Amit Kumar. Similar demands were made by the family members of the two other victims, who were undergoing treatment in hospitals.
Karan Johar revealed how Govinda's film which was released months before Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, continued to dominate Bihar and beat their romantic drama.
National Embroidery month: Celebrating the rare traditional embroideries of India!
The delicate embroideries of India have a history to behold, that tells the centuries old stories of varied artistry and craftsmanship depicting the rich and diverse cultures of India. Some of these are the rarest of the rare, having lost their significance and are hidden somewhere in the weaving looms or in the corners of the subcontinent. As we come to an end to the National Embroidery month, it is time that we recognize the talent of the craftsmen who create and art through a thread and needle in hand. Let us take you to an embroidery journey from the North to the South of India, exploring some of the rare and the most traditional embroideries of India: Crewel Embroidery (Kashmir) The Crewel embroidery has been in existence since the 11 th century, being an indigenous craft of Kashmir. The art form in its prime was once admired by the Mughal Emperors as well as the Queen Elizabeth of England. Crewelwork is a kind of free surface embroidery crafted on wool, with no particular style of patterns. Earlier, the embroidery was done on linen twill, but now silk, cotton velvet, silk organza are also used. Now the embroidery is done on cushions, curtains and other home dcor items. Chamba Rumal Embroidery (Himachal Pradesh) The royal women of the Chamba region of Himachal Pradesh flourished this traditional embroidery since the 17 th century in princely hill states. It has a distinct style with small rectangles and squares, embroidered with silk threads, thin metal wires or metallic yarn identical on both the sides. It was mostly used in wedding gifts and ceremonial coverings, especially brides dowry. The embroidery often depicted gods and goddesses in its patterns drawn by women and children, later skilled craftsmen. The Chamba embroidery has lost its significance, sacredness and essence, with families keeping the art alive only fir survival. Shamilami Embroidery (Manipur) Shalimali is basically a blend of weaving and embroidery featuring animal designs. It was once considered to be a symbol of high class, that people wore for their recognition of bravery and heroism by the King. The embroidery was adorned on a three paneled traditional shawl for the warriors with some bold tribal motifs that were incorporated as a belief to offer protection in a battle. Similar versions can be observed in Nagaland as well. Khneng Embroidery (Meghalaya) Khneng (meaning border) is a 200-year-old Khasi embroidery that belongs to Mustoh village of Meghalaya. The Khasi community practices the craft, with the designs reflecting their belief and connect to nature. It was inspired by a local insect called Kitiar. Mustoh is the only known village practicing Khneng embroidery, deeply rooted in the culture of Khasis. Khneng is traditionally done on eri silk shawls. Sujini Embroidery (Bihar) Sujini embroidery originated in the 1920s in the Bhunsura village of Bihar originally as a form of quilting. The simple elegant styles on vibrant shades of silk and cotton are known for the kantha running stitch. The motifs featured include geometric shapes and symbols of nature. Sujini embroidery often depicts storytelling by women, about resilience and overcoming hardships. The craft almost became extinct and was revived in 1988. It is now protected under the GI Act. Pipli Embroidery (Odisha) The Pipli embroidery has its origins back to 12 th century from the Pipli village of Odisha. Bright patterned fabric pieces are stitched together on a plain cloth, mostly velvet. Mirror and lacework is also done, along with stitching of patterns. Based on the patchwork it began to be known as Chandua. Originally, pipli work began to be done in the Jagannath Puri culture during the Rath Yatra, the designs reflected the same. And nowadays, Pipli embroidery can be found in home dcor items. Rabari Embroidery (Gujarat) Rabari embroidery is practiced by the nomadic Rabari or Rewari community of Gujarat and Rajasthan. The colorful, vibrant and vivid patterns of Rabari very much reflect upon the women who make it. Traditionally, the designs, motifs and patterns depicted upon the mythological and historical events of the past. Mirrors of all shapes and sizes are also added to the embroidery, for the belief that it will protect from evil spirits. Gujarat is also home to another traditional embroidery, the Karchobi embroidery which was introduced in the 17 th century. It is a type of Mochi embroidery that belongs to the Kutch region. Karchobi embroidery could be observed on bridal outfits, temple chariots and tent hangings. Kasuti Embroidery (Karnataka) Kasuti translates to Kai, meaning hand and suti which is weave or wrap. The embroidery has its origin back to the Chalukya rule from the 6 th to 12 th century in North Karnataka. In Kasuti embroidery, there is a single thread which involves the counting of each thread on the cloth. Both sides of the cloth look identical, as the stitching of the patterns is without any knots. It was inspired by the local rangoli patterns, with those of a chariot, palanquin, lamps began to be formed through stiches like Gavanti, Murgi, Negi among others. Toda Embroidery (Tamil Nadu) The name of the embroidery is derived from the tribe that embroiders it, the Toda or Todu community of Nilgiris. You can witness sacred red and black patterns on shawls called poothkuli. Designs made by them reflect on their ancestors tattoos that are believed to guide spirits to the afterlife. Practiced by women, the embroidery has its own unique style called pugur, which means flower. The designs also stylize sun, moon, stars and the eyes of peacock feathers. The rarest embroidered threads are the most delicate and fragile. In the modern era, the traditional embroideries need to be cherished and appreciated a lot more. Also, it is time to preserve the craft and its craftsmanship for the coming generations, so that the legacy and tradition continues aheadbefore they turn into absolute oblivion.
ECR sets up holding areas at 19 stations as Kumbh draws to close
Juvenile held for Swatantrata Senani Express vandalism
Man dies, several injured after bus overturns in Nalanda
Six returning from Maha Kumbh die in Bhojpur accident
Bihar: Nitish Kumar Launches 263 Projects Worth Rs 820 Crore In Nalanda During 'Pragati Yatra'
Delhi-Kolkata Highway blocked as Bihar villagers protest teens killing
Patna: A day after a class 10 student was gunned down and another injured in Bihars Rohtas district, hundreds of villagers Friday blocked the Delhi-Kolkata National Highway (NH) at Dehri, demanding swift justice. The murder of 14-year-old Amit Kumar, who was returning home after his board exams, has led to outrage among locals, who are []
Student Shot Dead, Two Others Injured In Firing Over Cheating In Exam Hall In Bihar
A clash over cheating in exam in Bihar's Sasaram turned violent, leading to the fatal shooting of one student and injuries to two others. The incident sparked protests by family members of the students.
In Bihar, 1 Student Shot Dead, 2 Injured In Dispute Over Cheating In Exam
A Class X student was shot dead, and two others were injured, in Bihar's Rohtas district after two groups of students clashed over allegations of cheating during a matriculation exam.
When a Govinda film outperformed Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in Bihar, leaving KJo shocked
When a Govinda film outperformed Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in Bihar, leaving KJo shocked
PMLA court rejects EDs plea to bar IAS officer Pooja Singhal from government posting
RANCHI: In a significant relief to IAS officer Pooja Singhal, who is accused in a money laundering case linked to the MGNREGA scam, the special PMLA court in Ranchi on Friday rejected the Enforcement Directorates (ED) petition seeking to bar her from receiving any government posting. The special PMLA court, after hearing arguments from both sides on Monday, had reserved its verdict, which was pronounced on Friday. The ED, following the revocation of Singhals suspension, had argued that granting her a government role could allow her to misuse her position and influence the case. However, the court dismissed EDs concerns, stating, It is the state governments prerogative to give any posting to Pooja Singhal or not, and the court will not interfere in it. Singhal, a 2000-batch IAS officer, was arrested on 11 May 2022 after a 15-hour interrogation by the ED in connection with alleged embezzlement of MGNREGA funds and other charges. She remained in jail for 28 months before being granted bail by a special PMLA court in Ranchi on 7 December 2024. IAS Pooja Singhal's appointment to key Jharkhand posts despite ED objection sparks row Following her release, the Jharkhand government reinstated her with effect from the date of her release. In a major bureaucratic reshuffle, Singhal was appointed Secretary of the Department of Information Technology and e-Governance, along with an additional charge as Chief Executive Officer of Jharkhand Communication Network Ltd. (JCN), Ranchi, on Tuesday. On 29 January, the PMLA court sought approval from the Jharkhand government to prosecute her in the money laundering case linked to the siphoning of MGNREGA funds during her tenure as Deputy Commissioner in Khunti. Prior to her arrest, the ED had conducted raids at 18 locations, including her premises, across Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana, the National Capital Region (NCR), and multiple districts in Jharkhand, such as Ranchi, Khunti, and Dhanbad. The investigation pertains to an alleged embezzlement of over Rs 18 crore in MGNREGA funds in Khunti district between 2008 and 2011. Singhal has also been accused of irregularities during her tenure as Deputy Commissioner in Chatra, where she allegedly paid Rs 6 crore in advance to two NGOsWelfare Point and Prerna Niketanfor musli farming, which was never carried out. Additionally, while serving as Deputy Commissioner in Palamu, she was charged with transferring 83 acres of forest land to a private company for mining, a case linked to the Kathautia Coal Mines. ED requests special court to not post IAS Pooja Singhal in departments under Jharkhand government
Congress leader Alka Lamba plans strategy to dethrone NDA govt in Bihar election
PATNA: Congress National Womens President Alka Lamba is holding a meeting of Bihar State Congress Womens executive committee in the state capital to plan a detailed strategy for the assembly elections scheduled for October-November this year. Lamba, who arrived in the state capital on Thursday, said she will visit every Lok Sabha constituency in the coming days and take necessary steps to remove the NDA government led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar from power. She emphasized the need to strengthen the partys support base, especially among women, and prepare for an aggressive campaign for the 2025 assembly elections. She stated that this year, the partys primary focus is Bihar. Lamba predicted that the NDA government in Bihar would not return to power after the 2025 elections and claimed that Nitish Kumar would not be the next chief minister. She accused him of failing to keep his promises. Criticizing the NDA government, she alleged that it had failed to implement policies for the welfare of women and only made promises to gain political advantage without fulfilling them. PM Modi to visit Bihar in February; 'Centre makes false promises in state to gain political mileage', accuses RJD She further said that the Congress party is committed to fulfilling its election promises, as seen in states where it is in power, and pledged to work for womens welfare in Bihar. Dismissing the NDAs claim of winning 225 seats in the upcoming assembly elections, she pointed to their failure in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, where they set a target of over 400 seats but could not secure a simple majority. Referring to Nitish Kumars partys poor performance in the 2020 assembly elections, she noted that JD(U) had finished third in Bihar and predicted a similar outcome this time. She claimed that the NDA would struggle to achieve its goal as people are disillusioned with the current government. LoP Tejashwis 'Mai-Behan Maan Yojna' sparks political controversy in Bihar Lamba also endorsed RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav s Mai Bahin Samman Yojna, which proposes increasing womens monthly pension from Rs. 400 to Rs. 1500. She expressed her support for the scheme, stating that it would help improve the economic condition of women in Bihar. Earlier, AICC Bihar in-charge Krishna Allavaru urged party workers to avoid factionalism, work hard, and focus on visiting polling booths rather than traveling to Delhi or Patna. He warned that leaders indulging in factionalism would be removed from the party. However, he assured that the party would work together to restore Congresss former strength in Bihar. He also emphasized that election tickets would be given only to those who work hard and fight for the peoples cause. Delhi election result will have no impact on Bihar assembly polls, says Lalu Prasad Yadav Politically driven with an eye on Delhi and Bihar elections: Opposition flays budget
Six killed as car crashes into stationery truck in Bihar's Bhojpur
PATNA: At least six people, including four women, were killed when their car rammed into a stationary truck near Dulhinganj Bazar in Bihars Bhojpur district early on Friday. The victims were returning home to Patna after attending the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The deceased have been identified as Sanjay Kumar (62), his wife Karuna Devi (58), their son Lal Babu Singh (25), and daughter Priyam Kumari (20), all residents of Jakkanpur in Patna. The other two victims, Asha Kiran (28) and Juhi Rani (25), were from Kumhrar. According to police, the accident is suspected to have occurred after the driver of the speeding car ell asleep at the wheel, losing control of the vehicle. Upon receiving information, Jagdishpur police rushed to the spot and rescued the victims from the mangled remains of the car. The bodies have been sent to Sadar Hospital in Ara for post-mortem examination. The driver and helper of the truck, however, managed to flee the scene, said the station house officer of Jagdishpur police station. The crash led to a massive traffic jam on the Mohania-Ara four-lane highway, disrupting vehicular movement for several hours.
Six returning from Maha Kumbh killed in car-truck collision in Bihar's Bhojpur
At least six people were killed after a car returning from Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj crashed into a parked truck in Bihar's Bhojpur district on Friday.
Gujarat, Punjab Lead with 70+ Hour Workweeks; Bihar, Assam at the Bottom - Siliconindia.com
Gujarat, Punjab Lead with 70+ Hour Workweeks; Bihar, Assam at the Bottom Siliconindia.com
Bihar: 6 people returning from Maha Kumbh killed in road accident
Six people from Patna were killed in a road accident in the Jagdishpur police station area in Bhojpur district on Friday morning, police sources said.
NCP chief Sharad Pawar revealed his critical role in the 1999 no-confidence motion against the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government, swaying one ruling alliance vote in the opposition's favor, causing the government to fall by a single vote. Pawar shared this during a book launch in Delhi, reminiscing about the old Parliament building.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar launches developmental projects worth 820 crore in Nalanda
He also held a review meeting at Shaheed Hardev Bhawan in Biharsharif regarding the developmental schemes in Nalanda
NDA decides to fight state polls together for two years
NEW DELHI: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) leaders, buoyed by their victory in the Delhi assembly election, have decided to contest all upcoming state elections together over the next two years. The decision was made at a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi of all NDA leaders and chief ministers, shortly after the swearing-in of Delhis Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP President J P Nadda attended the meeting. The NDAs first challenge will be the Bihar assembly elections, scheduled for October-November this year. The NDA alliance is currently in power in the state, and sources indicate that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will lead the NDA alliance in the polls. Other states, including West Bengal, Assam, Uttar Pradesh, and Punjab, will also go to polls over the next two years. BJP national general secretary and in-charge of Bihar BJP, Vinod Tawde, said, NDA leaders resolved to fight assembly elections together, strongly and unitedly, in the states going to polls in the next two years. The meeting, attended by chief ministers of most BJP and NDA-ruled states, was marked by a sense of unity and camaraderie, with leaders emphasizing the importance of working together to drive the country towards PM Modis vision of a Viksit Bharat. Others present at the meeting were Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha, Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma, Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu and his deputy Pawan Kalyan, Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav, Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma, Goa CM Pramod Sawant, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, and Tripura CM Manik Saha were present at the meeting, among other top leaders.
Remembering icons in the year of Bihar election
With the Assembly poll due this year, ruling and Opposition leaders are organising events to observe the birth and death anniversaries of prominent figures from various social groups. The strategy is aimed at attracting votes by appealing to caste sentiment
Nitish launches 263 projects worth Rs820cr in Nalanda
NDA leaders vow to fight upcoming elections unitedly
The NDA leaders, including Prime Minister Modi, resolved to work unitedly for the upcoming assembly elections in Bihar, West Bengal, and Assam. At a luncheon meeting following the Delhi chief minister's swearing-in ceremony, they emphasized their commitment to the welfare and advancement of the country.
Road accident claims life of Matric examinee
Matric examinee shoots classmate over cheating row
Woman pilgrim dies in Buxar road accident
Campaign to fight diarrhoea in Bihar launched
Patna woman loses Rs 52,000 in online scam
8 Rajasthan child workers among 10 rescued
Youth dies after trailer hits his bike
Tejashwi slams state government over exam paper leaks
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Revenue official arrested for accepting bribe
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HIL to go four venues in 2026, says HI president Tirkey
BHUBANESWAR: There was a time in the recent past when hockey within the Indian context meant Bhubaneswar. These days, Hockey India (HI) are putting in place an elaborate plan to take the sport to multiple centres across different states. A sport not bound by borders, if you will. The next 12 months will re-emphasise this feeling as the sport in different avatars (the franchise based Hockey India League as well as international hockey to be held in India) will crisscross the length and breadth of the country. Here's a sample of what's to come. The men's Asia Cup will be held in Rajgir in Bihar (the winners will qualify for the World Cup) in August. Following that, the junior World Cup will be held in two cities in Tamil Nadu (Madurai and Chennai in November and December). The season will close with the resurrected Hockey India League in four Indian cities (the just-concluded season was in Ranchi and Rourkela). After the HIL (finished), HI president, Dilip Tirkey said on Thursday, we got a feeling that it might be a good idea to spread the league to other centres. The quality of hockey was very nice, so this will be a nice way to spread the sport. Also, if the players move around, there will be less chance of boredom setting in by staying at just one place for a prolonged period. So, it is possible that the next edition will be held in four venues. It's understood that Chennai and Lucknow may be among the four cities to be in the running to host some league matches in the second year. One of the other proposed big changes pertain to the league window. The men's HIL began just after Christmas and ran till the first week of February. It saw some foreign stars pull out of the competition as they wanted to spend New Year's at home. To make it more foolproof, the league is contemplating a start date in the first week of January to allow foreign players the option of spending time with their families before linking up with the teams. At the auction, 96 international players were signed but over 25% of the players had pulled out of the league because of the timing. There are also plans to cut the flab apropos the length of the league. While HI haven't received any feedback, this will be music to the ears of national coach, Craig Fulton, who had voiced his concerns after India's 1-4 loss to Germany on Tuesday. With India missing Harmanpreet Singh and Hardik Singh to niggles and Sumit a long-term absentee, the South African had said that the league 'had taken its toll' on the players without elaborating. These plans are, however, yet to be rubber-stamped and will need the approval of all stakeholders including the team owners and broadcasters (there is a meeting coming up between the different interested parties to discuss these things). Signs of improvement for India women despite mixed results HI are also drawing up some plans to fast-track the growth of Indian coaches. This has remained a genuine gripe and the issue was front and centre as most of the HIL teams had foreign chief coaches in the dugout. One thing we noticed is that all teams had a foreigner as the chief coach, Tirkey, who's up for re-election as HI president next year, said. So we have to do something about it by helping our Indian coaches reach a level that they are considered for roles like these. We will support them in all ways possible, including identifying places elsewhere in the world where coaching programmes are good and send a few of them to learn from them. Its in the pipeline, but something we want to do. On the subject of the age-group World Cup later this year, HI had no choice but to hold it in two cities because of the absence of multiple pitches at the same venue in Chennai. With it being a 24-team edition, Madurai was considered. It's not yet known who will play where. Staying on the subject, Tirkey assured that PR Sreejesh will get to coach the side at the event. The 2021 batch didn't get that as then senior coach, Graham Reid, was asked to take charge of the team at the event. Friday's matches Women: England vs Netherlands, India vs Germany Men: India vs Ireland Matches begin from 3.00 PM
Min thanks Centre for greenfield airport in Saran
Instead of roaming around party headquarters in New Delhi and Patna in search of tickets, leaders should spend time in the field, he says, promising that hard workers will get tickets in State poll
Holding tax relief for Gaya people as roads reclassified
Purnia schoolteacher arrested for sexual harassment of 12-year-old student
BSEB 2025: Bihar Board To Announce Class 10 Results In April, Class 12 Results In March
Students who appeared in the Bihar Board exams will be able to check their results on the official website by using their roll number and roll code.
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Congress will work hard to regain lost ground in Bihar, says new state in charge Krishna Allavaru
PATNA: Congress Bihar in-charge Krishna Allavaru on Thursday said his primary focus is boosting the partys organisational structure in Bihar ahead of the assembly elections scheduled for October-November this year. Talking to media persons at Patna airport, Krishna Allavaru said that he would sit with workers and leaders of the party to chalk out a strategy for strengthening the organisational set-up in the state. We hope Congress will regain its strength in Bihar, he added. This is Allavarus maiden visit to Bihar after being appointed as in charge of the grand old partys Bihar unit. The Congress leader said that the party would try to energise the partys campaign and connect with young voters in the state. In response to a media query, Allavaru said that the partys main objective is to boost electoral performance in the upcoming election in the state. I will leave no stone unturned to come to the expectations of the partys high command, who has posed faith in me, he asserted. When asked about Congress poll prospects in the upcoming assembly elections, the Bihar in-charge said that though it was a tough challenge for the party to regain its old strength, he would work unitedly to achieve the target. Miljul kar mukabala karenge (we will face it united), he told the media. Allavaru is expected to stay in Bihar for three days. During his stay, he will meet workers and leaders of the party to get feedback from them on the partys support base. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge is also expected to visit Bihar on February 22. Kharge will attend a function and also address a public meeting at Buxar. Allavaru is also expected to attend the meeting at Buxar. Congress high command wants to revive the partys old glory in Bihar. Its working hard to regain its lost ground in the state, a senior Congress leader confided. The Bihar in-charge visited the partys headquarters at Sadaquat Ashram after reaching Patna. He was welcomed by Congress state unit leaders at the airport. Sources in the party said that the Congress high command wants to revive the party in Bihar. In the 2020 assembly elections, Congress won 19 out of 70 seats it contested as part of the grand alliance in the state. The state leadership is not in the mood to contest fewer seats than it had contested in the previous assembly election.
Hilton to debut its Hampton brand in India, ties up with NILE Hospitality to launch 75 hotels
First Hampton by Hilton hotels to debut across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab and Bihar
SJVN Plans To Expand Its Lone Coal Project In Bihar
SJVN is one of two hydropower companies that have ventured into coal-fired projects to boost their generation portfolio more rapidly, as thermal power plants typically take shorter time to build.
Two separate cases of fraud have been reported at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, with victims losing a significant amount of money through fake websites promising VIP amenities and helicopter rides. Authorities have arrested five individuals from Bihar in connection to these scams and are urging people to verify service providers before making online payments.
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Bihar Post Office has recruits 783 GDS Posts. Candidates With 10TH Can Apply Online from 10-02-2025 to 03-03-2025.
NIA arrests Kochi man in espionage case
KOCHI: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a resident of Kochi in connection with an espionage case linked to Visakhapatnam. The arrested is P A Abhilash, also known as Muthu, from Pizhala, Kadamakudy, near Kochi. Abhilash was taken into custody by the NIA Kochi unit on Tuesday and handed over to its Hyderabad unit, which is investigating the case. Abhilash worked at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) and was previously questioned by the NIA in August 2024, along with another CSL employee, following a search on the CSL premises. During the investigation, the NIA seized mobile phone numbers and examined their social media accounts. A source said that apart from Abhilash, two other persons were arrested by the NIA -- Vehtan Laxman Tandel from Karwar, Karnataka, and Akshay Ravi Naik from Uttara Kannada, Karnataka. They were employees at the Karwar naval base and they allegedly shared information about the defence installation with Pakistani intelligence operatives. The NIA investigation revealed that Abhilash also allegedly shared sensitive information about ships with those operating fake social media accounts. In 2021, the Andhra Pradesh Counter Intelligence Cell registered a case against a person named Deepak, who allegedly leaked sensitive defence-related information to foreign intelligence operatives (FIO)in Pakistan. It is suspected that the accused were honey-trapped via social media platforms to divulge sensitive defence information, including photographs. The NIA has already filed a chargesheet in the case. In December 2023, the Kochi City police arrested a Manjeri native, a contract employee at CSL, for sharing information and photographs of naval ships with an FIO operating a bogus social media account under the name Angel Payal. The investigation revealed that foreign intelligence operatives used similar fake social media profiles to trap employees working at sensitive defence establishments across the country. In 2021, an Afghan national was arrested for working at CSL under a fake identity. In 2019, Sumit Kumar Singh from Bihar and Daya Ram from Rajasthan were arrested by the NIA for stealing critical computer components from Indias first indigenous aircraft carrier -- INS Vikrant -- while it was being built at CSL.
NIA searches house of Anantnag man behind pan India fake currency racket
Multiple raids conducted across country Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, Feb 19: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) today searched the house of an Anantnag man who was behind the fake currency racket that was busted by Bihar Police last year. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The NIA team arrived at Damhall Khoshipora in Anantnag district early today and searched the house of Muzaffar Ahmad Wani alias Sarfaraz son of Gull Mohamad Wani. The NIA sleuths seized some documents from the [] The post NIA searches house of Anantnag man behind pan India fake currency racket appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Woman gang-raped by migrant workers in front of husband in Tamil Nadu
A 27-year-old woman from Odisha was gang-raped by three Bihar guest workers in Tirupur, while her husband was threatened at knifepoint. The accused, who lured the family with job promises, were arrested and are now in judicial custody. The victim is receiving treatment at Tirupur Govt Medical College and Hospital.
2024 Fake Currency Case: NIA raids multiple locations in J&K, 2 other states
New Delhi, Feb 19: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday said to have searched multiple locations in three states in connection with a 2024 case of seizure of high-quality Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) in Bihar. Extensive searches were conducted at 5 locations in Bihar and one each in Jammu & Kashmir and Telangana [] The post 2024 Fake Currency Case: NIA raids multiple locations in J&K, 2 other states appeared first on Northlines .
MP declares Vicky Kaushal-starrer 'Chhaava' tax-free on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti
BHOPAL: Vicky Kaushal-starrer Hindi movie Chhaava has been declared tax free in BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh. The announcement was made by the states chief minister Dr Mohan Yadav, while addressing a gathering after unveiling the state archery academy in Jabalpur on Wednesday evening. The announcement assumed particular significance as it coincided with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti. On the occasion of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharajs birth anniversary, Im declaring that Hindi film Chhaava (based on his son Sambhaji Maharajs life) tax free in MP. The movie is being declared tax free to enable one and all to watch the movie, which depicts various aspects of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharajs son Sambhaji Maharajs life, Yadav said. The development happened three months after the same MP CM had in November 2025,declared the Vikrant Massey and Raashii Khanna-starrer movie, The Sabarmati Report tax free in the state. Based on the life of Sambhaji, the second ruler of the Maratha Empire, the movie, Chhaava (which also stars Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna) is the third movie in 11 months to have been declared tax-free by the MP CM Dr Mohan Yadav. Before declaring The Sabarmati Report tax-free in November 2024, the same CM had in March 2024 declared Yami Gautam-starrer Article 370 as tax free in the central Indian state. Article 370 focused on the rise of terrorism in Kashmir and the governments fight against it, including the abrogation of Article 370 by the Narendra Modi government on August 5, 2019, ending the special status given toJammu and Kashmir. The government, however, didnt give a similar tax benefit to Pankaj Tripathi-starrer movie, Mai Atal Hoon , which was a biopic on former PM and BJP patriarch Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Importantly Vajpayees Indore-based niece Mala Tiwari had reportedlywritten to PM Narendra Modi in January, to make themovie Mai Atal Hoon taxfreefor infusing the spirit of nationalism among youths. Before it, in May 2023, then CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan had declared Hindi movie, The Kerala Story tax-free and also watched the movie with the films cast and crew in Bhopal. In June 2022, Chouhan had declared Akshay Kumar-starrer Samrat Prithviraj as tax-free, just two months after granting similar benefits to Anupam Kher-starrer, The Kashmir Files . But its not just BJP regimes which have declared movies tax-free in MP, as even the 15-months-old Kamal Nath-led Congress regime, had declared Deepika Padukone-starrer Chhapaak (based on the real-life struggle of an acid attack survivor) and Taapsee Pannu-starrer Thappad (which dealt with issue of domestic violence) tax free in the state.
NIA Conducts Raids in 3 States Over 2024 Bihar FICN Seizure Case
SRINAGAR: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted extensive searches across three states on Wednesday in connection with a 2024 case involving the seizure of high-quality Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) in Bihar. According to a statement, the searches were conducted at five locations in Bihar and one each in Jammu & Kashmir and Telangana as [] The post NIA Conducts Raids in 3 States Over 2024 Bihar FICN Seizure Case appeared first on Kashmir Life .
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